Henderson should join Toon, says former star
FORMER Manchester United star Paul Parker has urged Dean Henderson to join Newcastle United.
Fresh reports in the Manchester Evening News claim the Red Devils goalkeeper was on Tyneside in recent days to discuss a loan move this summer, though Newcastle have played down those links.
A reported swap deal with Martin Dubravka fell through in January due to the Slovakian’s desire to stay put at St James’ Park. While a loan move is preferable, a permanent deal has not been ruled out as the Magpies look to bolster their ranks ahead of the 2022-23 campaign. The England international – who earned plaudits during a two-year loan stint at Sheffield United – has barely featured since returning to Manchester.
Henderson will require a move if he is to regain his place in Gareth
Southgate’s England squad ahead of the World Cup finals. Former defender Parker believes a move to Newcastle would allow the 25-year-old to showcase his talents in a pressure cooker environment.
“Give him the opportunity and go and prove it,” he told India Betting.
“If he’s got an opportunity to play regular football, he’s going to want it. He’s not gonna be sitting down, his ego is not allowing him.”